UPDATE: Tornado warning issued for Parker and Palo Pinto counties early Friday morning

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At 4:23 a.m. on Friday, the NWS Fort Worth TX released an updated tornado warning in effect until 5:15 a.m. for Parker and Palo Pinto counties.

"At 4:23 a.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Mineral Wells, moving east at 20 mph," states the NWS. "Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely."

Locations impacted by the warning include Weatherford, Mineral Wells, Brock, Cool, Lake Mineral Wells, Millsap, Adell, Salesville, Brock Junction, Peaster, Bennett, Authon and Garner. This includes Interstate 20 between mile markers 396 and 409.

Recommended action: Seek shelter

According to the NWS, "Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. Take cover now!"

This warning is in effect until 5:15 a.m.

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Tips for finding shelter during a tornado

The NWS emphasizes the importance of acting quickly to stay safe during a tornado. Keep yourself informed about tornado watches and warnings by staying connected to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio.

• If you are indoors: In the event of a tornado warning, seek shelter in your basement, safe room, or an interior room without windows. If possible, bring your pets along with you.
• If you are at your workplace or school: In accordance with your tornado drill, proceed calmly and swiftly to the assigned tornado shelter location. Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.
• If you are outside: If a tornado is on its way, seek shelter inside a solid building immediately. Sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe places to be.
• If you are in a vehicle: Remaining inside a vehicle during a tornado is unsafe. The best plan of action is to drive to the nearest shelter. If you are unable to reach a safe shelter, either crouch down in your car and protect your head, or abandon the vehicle and seek shelter in a low-lying area such as a ditch or ravine.

Is your emergency kit prepared in case of a tornado?

The Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends keeping the following items in a basic disaster supplies kit:

• Water, one gallon per person for at least three days
• Food, at least a three-day supply
• Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery
• Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
• Flashlight
• First-aid kit
• Whistle
• Dust mask to filter contaminated air
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape, for shelter purposes
• Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties
• Manual can opener for food
• Local maps

Source: The National Weather Service

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This story was originally published June 19, 2026 at 4:26 AM.